6Model BUH650,UH650DWork mode : hedge trimmingVibration emission (ah ) : 3.0 m/s 2Uncertainty (K) : 1.5 m/s 2ENG901-1• The declared vibration emission value has beenmeasured in accordance with the standard testmethod and may be used for comparing one toolwith another.• The declared vibration emission value may also beused in a preliminary assessment of exposure.WARNING:• The vibration emission during actual use of thepower tool can differ from the declared emissionvalue depending on the ways in which the tool isused.• Be sure to identify safety measures to protect theoperator that are based on an estimation ofexposure in the actual conditions of use (takingaccount of all parts of the operating cycle such asthe times when the tool is switched off and when itis running idle in addition to the trigger time).ENH032-2For European countries onlyEC Declaration of ConformityWe Makita Corporation as the responsiblemanufacturer declare that the following Makitamachine(s):Designation of Machine:Cordless Hedge TrimmerModel No./ Type:BUH550,UH550D,BUH650,UH650DSpecifications: see "SPECIFICATIONS" table.are of series production andConforms to the following European Directives:2000/14/EC, 2006/42/ECAnd are manufactured in accordance with the followingstandards or standardised documents:EN60745The technical documentation is kept by our authorisedrepresentative in Europe who is:Makita International Europe Ltd.Michigan Drive, Tongwell,Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15 8JD, EnglandThe conformity assessment procedure required byDirective 2000/14/EC was in Accordance with annex V.Model BUH550,UH550DMeasured Sound Power Level: 93.1dB (A)Guaranteed Sound Power Level: 94dB (A)Model BUH650,UH650DMeasured Sound Power Level: 92.4dB (A)Guaranteed Sound Power Level: 94dB (A)30.11.2009000230Tomoyasu KatoDirectorMakita Corporation3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho,Anjo, Aichi, 446-8502, JAPANGEA010-1General Power Tool SafetyWarningsWARNING Read all safety warnings and allinstructions. Failure to follow the warnings andinstructions may result in electric shock, fire and/orserious injury.Save all warnings and instructions forfuture reference. GEB062-3CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMERSAFETY WARNINGS1. Hold the power tool by insulated grippingsurfaces only, because the cutter blade maycontact hidden wiring. Cutter blades contactinga "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of thepower tool "live" and could give the operator anelectric shock.2. Keep all parts of the body away from the cutterblade. Do not remove cut material or holdmaterial to be cut when blades are moving.Make sure the switch is off when clearingjammed material. A moment of inattention whileoperating the hedge trimmer may result in seriouspersonal injury.3. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle withthe cutter blade stopped. When transportingor storing the hedge trimmer always fit thecutting device cover. Proper handling of thehedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injuryfrom the cutter blades.4. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or in wetor very damp conditions. The electric motor is notwaterproof.5. First-time users should have an experienced hedgetrimmer user show them how to use the trimmer.6. The hedge trimmer must not be used by childrenor young persons under 18 years of age. Youngpersons over 16 years of age may be exemptedfrom this restriction if they are undergoing trainingunder the supervision of an expert.7. Use the hedge trimmer only if you are in goodphysical condition. If you are tired, your attentionwill be reduced. Be especially careful at the end of